# Magnolia PaperWeight — Calculate the weight of paper

> Calculate paper density, fiber needs, and pulp concentration for papermaking. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexander Shepard.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnolia-paperweight/id1521170681 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexander Shepard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1738552271)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese, Spanish
- Released: 2020-08-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnolia-paperweight/id1521170681/reviews.md

## What is Magnolia PaperWeight?

Designed for hand papermakers, paper conservators, artists, and printmakers who work with paper, the PaperWeight app is an effective tool for paper density analysis, documentation of paper artifacts, quality assurance, calibration, and papermaking preparation.

With PaperWeight, you can quickly and efficiently:
• Find a paper’s density expressed as grams per square meter (GSM or g/m²); enter the paper’s mass and dimensions – rectangle or circular sheets
• Determine the amount of fiber needed to make a sheet of a predefined size and weight.
• Discover the weight (g/m²) of an irregular, torn, fragmented leaf of paper (a technique further described in the document "Determinant Hand Papermaking,” free at www.magnoliapaper.com) 
• Find the concentration of pulp (g/ml) required to make a paper of a specified weight by entering the height of a paper mould’s deckle

## Key features

- Calculate paper density (GSM)
- Determine fiber needed for sheets
- Calculate weight of irregular paper
- Find pulp concentration
- Supports rectangular and circular sheets


## Frequently asked questions about Magnolia PaperWeight

### What is Magnolia PaperWeight used for?

Magnolia PaperWeight is a utility app designed for papermakers, conservators, and artists. It helps calculate paper density (GSM), determine the amount of fiber needed for a sheet, and find the required pulp concentration for papermaking.

### How does Magnolia PaperWeight calculate paper density?

You can calculate a paper's density in grams per square meter (GSM) by entering its mass and dimensions, whether it's a rectangle or a circular sheet.

### Can Magnolia PaperWeight calculate the weight of torn paper?

Yes, Magnolia PaperWeight can determine the weight (g/m²) of an irregular, torn, or fragmented leaf of paper using a specific technique.

### What devices does Magnolia PaperWeight support?

Magnolia PaperWeight is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### Is Magnolia PaperWeight free to use?

Yes, Magnolia PaperWeight is completely free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### How often is Magnolia PaperWeight updated?

The app was last updated on May 11, 2021, to version 2.1. It was initially released on August 31, 2020.

### What is the age rating for Magnolia PaperWeight?

Magnolia PaperWeight has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does Magnolia PaperWeight have ads?

No, Magnolia PaperWeight is ad-free. Users can enjoy the utility features without any interruptions from advertisements.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.1 — 2021-05-11

Now you can calculate the density of paper!

### 2.0 — 2021-03-14

Magnolia PaperWeight 2.0 is a major update providing more options for handmade papermakers.  In addition to calculating the GSM of a sheet of paper and fiber quantity needed to make a specified sheet, PaperWeight now helps with calculations for production papermaking purposes.  

The Paper Production Calculator will calculate various aspects of producing a specified number of sheets of a specific density and dimensions for practitioners of traditional handmade papermaking. 

Beater to Vat per Sheet calculates the quantity of pulp from the beater necessary to replenish the vat as sheets are formed.  

The Beater to Vat Concentration helps determine the proper dilution of pulp when charging a vat for the first time.  

Stuff Chest to Vat per Sheet provides papermakers the quantity of furnish to add to the vat from the stuff chest per sheet(s) made.

### 1.1 — 2020-09-09

Updated descriptions. Fixed scrolling and formatting on Pixels page.

### 1.0 — 2020-09-01

No release notes.

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